How far is Angel Fire, NM from Roswell, NM?

Fastest route

The route from Angel Fire, New Mexico to Roswell, New Mexico is approximately 242 miles long and takes around 4 hours and 10 minutes to drive.

Directions

  1. Head west toward NM-434 S/Mountain View Blvd.
  2. Turn left onto NM-434 S/Mountain View Blvd and continue to follow NM-434 S.
  3. Turn right to stay on NM-434 S.
  4. Follow NM-518 S and US-84 S to State Rte 219 in Guadalupe County.
  5. Pass by Wendy's (on the right in 29.2 mi) and continue onto 7th St at McDonald's.
  6. Turn right onto I-25BL/Grand Ave and continue to follow I-25BL.
  7. Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-25 S.
  8. Take exit 339 for US-84 S toward Santa Rosa/Romeroville.
  9. Continue onto State Rte 219.
  10. Take US Hwy 285 S to W 2nd St in Roswell.
  11. Turn left onto US Hwy 285 S and pass by Wendy's (on the left in 94.3 mi).

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before the trip.
  • ⚠️ Pay attention to road signs and follow traffic rules.
  • 🕑 Consider the travel time and plan your departure accordingly.
  • 📱 Use navigation apps to help you stay on the correct route.
  • 🛣️ Be prepared for highway driving and potential traffic congestion.
  • 🍽️ Pack some snacks or plan for meal stops along the way.
  • ⛽ Check for gas stations along the route to refuel if needed.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
243.93 mi
04h 20m
Flight
211.62 mi
340.57 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
211.62 mi
Kilometers
340.57 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Road route
243.93 mi
Kilometers
392.57 km
Drive Time
04h 20m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Roswell
Thu, Apr 30, 1:55 AM MDT
Return by in Angel Fire
Thu, Apr 30, 6:16 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Angel Fire
2026-04-29T21:35
Arrive Roswell
Thu, Apr 30, 1:55 AM MDT
Route Timing
04h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:21 AM to 12:21 PM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:18 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Angel Fire
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Santa Rosa
NM

City in Guadalupe County, New Mexico, United States

From Angel Fire
121.5 mi
02h 10m
To Roswell
122.5 mi
02h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
32°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Wed, Apr 29 2:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 mph S
Destination
81°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 29 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Angel Fire and Roswell.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Angel Fire and Roswell.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    146 m · 24 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Angel Fire Road

    106 m · 19 sec · North Angel Fire Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Mountain View Boulevard

    8.1 mi · 14 min · Mountain View Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn right

    13.1 mi · 25 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    12.7 mi · 22 min

  6. 6

    Turn left onto New Mexico Highway 518

    25.6 mi · 36 min · New Mexico Highway 518

  7. 7

    Continue on 7th Street

    3.6 mi · 6 min · 7th Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Mills Avenue

    1.1 km · 1 min · Mills Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Grand Avenue

    1.2 km · 1 min · Grand Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn left onto East University

    1227 ft · 21 sec · East University

  11. 11

    Take the ramp slight right

    1677 ft · 41 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    5.6 mi · 6 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right

    1035 ft · 32 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left

    41.6 mi · 47 min

  15. 15

    Continue on State Road 219

    15.2 mi · 23 min · State Road 219

  16. 16

    At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 54

    19.9 mi · 30 min · US Highway 54

  17. 17

    Turn left

    89 mi · 1 hr 38 min

  18. 18

    Continue on North Main Street

    5.9 mi · 12 min · North Main Street

  19. 19

    Turn right onto West 2nd Street

    657 ft · 21 sec · West 2nd Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Angel Fire and Roswell.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
20 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
New Mexico Highway 518
25.6 mi · 11%
Mountain View Boulevard
20.8 mi · 9%
US Highway 54
19.9 mi · 8%
State Road 219
15.2 mi · 6%
East University
6.34 mi · 3%
North Main Street
5.89 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

89 mi · 01h 38m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 20m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+32.4 mi
211.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Santa Rosa
02h 10m from Angel Fire
Leave By
8:18 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Angel Fire and Partly Sunny near Roswell.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Angel Fire to Roswell?

The road trip is about 244 miles (392.6 km) and usually takes 04h 20m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Santa Rosa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.5 miles from Angel Fire and 122.5 miles from Roswell.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 211.6 miles (340.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:18 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.61 one way or $65.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Angel Fire and Partly Sunny near Roswell.

Stop Ideas Near Santa Rosa

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Santa Rosa, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Santa Rosa.

RAIL

Las Vegas station

87 mi away
Railroad & Lincoln Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Angel Fire and Roswell. Straight-line distance: 211.62 mi (340.57 km).

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#1 Angel Fire

Town in New Mexico

Population1,070
Coordinates36.3930900, -105.2850100
Altitude2562
CountryUnited States
Roswell

#2 Roswell

A city in Chaves County, New Mexico.

Population47,596
Coordinates33.3943700, -104.5249100
Altitude1090
CountryUnited States
Start: (-105.284547, 36.393083)
End: US 70 (-104.524909, 33.39425)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 393 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.61 gal
32.58 L · about $32.61
Round trip
$65.21
17.22 gal · 65.16 L
Estimated CO2
76.5 kg one way
Round trip: 153 kg / 337 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $32.61 $65.21
Mid-grade $4.26 $36.67 $73.34
Premium $4.63 $39.82 $79.64
Diesel $5.42 $46.62 $93.25

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New Mexico · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Angel Fire and Roswell. The current time is 21:35:22.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.